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: Walter Garber (Denzel Washington), a demoted MTA dispatcher under investigation for bribery, becomes the primary contact for Ryder.

The film received , often compared unfavorably to the 1974 original. Rotten Tomatoes : 51% approval rating based on 230 reviews. Metacritic : Weighted average score of 55 out of 100. The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3(2009)

: Ryder demands $10 million in cash within 60 minutes, threatening to execute one hostage for every minute the deadline is missed. : Walter Garber (Denzel Washington), a demoted MTA

: Many felt Scott’s "hyperkinetic" directing style and rapid editing detracted from the suspense found in the original, with some calling the remake "overcaffeinated". Key Comparisons (2009 vs. 1974) The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 | Crime films | The Guardian Metacritic : Weighted average score of 55 out of 100

: A group led by "Ryder" (John Travolta), a former Wall Street manager, takes control of the lead car and its passengers.

The film follows the hijacking of a New York City Subway 6 train at 77th Street.

: Garber eventually leaves the control center to deliver the money, leading to a final pursuit across the city that ends on the Manhattan Bridge. Critical Reception